Shooting on Interstate 81 in Salem Under Investigation

SALEM, Va. — A shooting on Interstate 81 prompted a significant law enforcement response Thursday morning, with the Virginia State Police shutting down a portion of the highway while investigating the incident.

At approximately 10:19 a.m., police received reports of a shooting between the scales and exit 150 on the northbound side of the interstate.

The victim, whose identity has not been released, suffered a non-life-threatening gunshot wound and was transported to Roanoke Memorial Hospital for treatment. Fortunately, their injuries are not expected to be fatal…

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